Soap and water works just fine that s what i use or a liquid cleaner degreaser.
Painting door handles black.
You can use synthetic steel wool i always have ssw on hand and use it for so many things to help get any old flaky finish off if you need and smooth everything out then wipe the hardware down with a cleaner.
But i m tempted to do the outside of the doors.
Rustoleum universal oil rubbed bronze spray paint this is my favorite brand and i ve used it on dozens of projects.
How to spray paint hardware on doors and cabinets supplies needed.
Spray 2 3 coats and leave them to dry 48 hours before replacing.
Wipe down the brass door handles with grime boss wipes.
But for the years it was painted it did just fine.
To ensure no fingerprints are left in the paint allow the hardware to dry for 24 hours.
Wash the surface with a damp cloth and soapy water.
Black automotive primer you want a dark color of automotive primer like black or dark gray.
Your doors look amazing.
Remove the brass door handles with a screwdriver.
Sand the brass door handles with 400 grit sanding paper.
Rinse the area with a clean damp cloth.
After the primer has thoroughly dried spray hardware with metallic paint.
The tried and tested method to upgrade door knobs with spray paint.
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Craft foam or a cardboard box will work spray primer like this black primer if you re painting your knobs a dark color.
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After it is dry reinstall the hardware on the door.
I gave it a coat of a spray on clear protective finish for good measure.
Over a drop cloth or protective paper place your door handles on a block and spray paint according to the directions on the can.
Spray hardware with metallic primer according to manufacturer s directions.
It held up well.
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Towel dry the surface to remove excess water.
A little primer and spray paint change the look of worn out door handles or simply update the color to match your new décor.
Making sure to rough up the hardware with sandpaper is really key to paint adhesion.
Foam sanding block wash cloth.
Remove your hardware from the piece and clean it with tsp wash or a degreaser.
I sprayed painted the shiny brass door handle and hardware on our back door with orb early in the summer.
I love the black doors inside but my one hallway is so narrow and dark i can t do black.
I replaced the hardware when i painted the door black several months ago.
Remove your door handles if they already exist in your door.